Botanical Art by Laura Watson

 Garden Painting, Anne Butera Welcome to my new Artist Feature series ! In this series of blog posts, I have invited other artists to share some of their best tips with you to help you reach your watercolour goals! There are so many wonderful and talented artists to learn from. Let's get inspired together, I hope you enjoy this article by Anne Butera. Anne Butera is a self-taught artist who works primarily in watercolour but also loves challenging herself to try new things, savouring the freedom and joy she finds within the pages of her sketchbooks. She strives to seek out and celebrate life’s little joys and daily graces in her life, her writing and her art. Anne is passionate about encouraging others to embrace their creativity and discover their joy. Her art and writing have been published in multiple magazines and in the book Botanica. She writes the blog My Giant Strawberry and the Substack In an Artist’s Garden and she teaches in person and online. Anne painting in the stud...

5-Step Botanical Painting Guide Ever wanted to create botanical paintings that truly capture the beauty of nature—without spending years learning the techniques? My 5-Step Botanical Painting Guide is designed to get you there faster! Based on a structured framework that simplifies the essentials, this guide helps artists of all levels create captivating botanical art with confidence. Here’s a sneak peek at what each step offers: Reference Material & Observation – Start by collecting high-quality references and observing the fine details in your specimens. Whether it's a plant from your garden or a reference photo, training your eye will help you paint what you truly see. Drawing – Don’t worry if drawing feels daunting! Begin with basic shapes to outline your subject, gradually refining the details. You’ll learn how to create precise, accurate drawings without overworking the paper. Colour Mixing – Explore colour in a new way by mixing subtle tones and learning to adjust wat...